Seaside Stride is a walk-a-thon to support the scholarship fund for the Boys & Girls Clubs of San Dieguito. The five-mile course takes walkers on a tour of the Cedros Design District, through the surrounding hills with a view of the Del Mar Racetrack and along the beach.

There are no entry fees, but participants are encouraged to raise pledges totaling at least $50. The post-walk party features a pancake breakfast, live music and celebrities.

Walkers depart at 8 a.m. June 12 from Fletcher Cove, at the west end of Lomas Santa Fe Drive. Register at (760) 692-2900 or www.bgcsdto.org.

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Mixed media exhibit: Chris Martino's colorful paintings feature metal details. See his work throughout June at the city hall gallery, 635 S. Highway 101. Information: (858) 720-2400 or www.ci.solana-beach.ca.us.

Fiesta del Sol: The 25th anniversary of this community festival is from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. tomorrow and Sunday at Fletcher Cove, at the west end of Lomas Santa Fe Drive. Enjoy entertainment, food and more than 90 arts & crafts booths. Information: (858) 755-4775 or www.solanabeachchamber.com.

"Bits and Pieces": The Studio of Art & Design presents this mixed media and collage exhibit by Marija Kae Rodriguez from Tuesday through July 3, with a reception from 5 to 7 p.m. June 13, at 616 Stevens Ave., Suite B. Regular hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays. Information: (858) 755-6202 or www.Rikki-Studio.com.

Making Conversation: Open doors by winning with words. Peggy Wallace helps teens 15 through 18 communicate more effectively and confidently with adults at college and job interviews. Solana Beach sessions are during July at Fusion Learning, 731 S. Highway 101, Suite 1M, and the North County Center for Educational Development, 983 Lomas Santa Fe Drive, Suite A. Information: (760) 803-2641 or www.makingconversation.com.

Smoke Detector Program: Residents can receive a new smoke detector from the fire department or have a faulty one replaced. Appointments and information: (858) 720-2410.